2006 Hyundai Terracan vs. 1996 Opel Frontera
To start off, 2006 Hyundai Terracan is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Frontera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Frontera would be higher. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1996 Opel Frontera. (134 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Frontera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 523 kg more than 1996 Opel Frontera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Frontera. (202 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Frontera.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Hyundai Terracan | 1996 Opel Frontera | |
Make | Hyundai | Opel |
Model | Terracan | Frontera |
Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2902 cc | 2195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 346 Nm | 202 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2162 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4700 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |